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Abidjan in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Abidjan in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Abidjan, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Abidjan in August 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
If you plan to visit Abidjan in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +79°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 24 rainy days in the month and around 71 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
71 mm
Total precipitation
89%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Abidjan has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Abidjan in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Abidjan for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +73°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +81°F.

Is Abidjan warm or cold in August?

Abidjan is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is one of the coolest months in Abidjan, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Abidjan in August

Water in Abidjan in August is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +79°F, with an average of +78°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +79°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Abidjan are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Abidjan in August?

You can absolutely swim in Abidjan in August, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Abidjan in August

Abidjan weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+79°F+79°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+68°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+82°F+86°F
Rainfall
146 mm71 mm90 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+79°F+78°F+78°F
Humidity
87%89%89%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
473
Rainy days
252426
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +79°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 146 mm to 71 mm. Humidity rises from 87% to 89%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Abidjan in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Abidjan is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Abidjan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 115 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 54 mm, which is considered heavy rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Abidjan wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 61% chance of precipitation and 41 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Abidjan?

This is the weather in Abidjan in August 2023:
1 August
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+80°F
2 August
☁️
+80°F
3 August
☁️
+80°F
4 August
☁️
+80°F
5 August
☁️
+79°F
6 August
🌧️
+79°F
7 August
☁️
+80°F
8 August
🌧️
+80°F
9 August
🌧️
+78°F
10 August
☁️
+79°F
11 August
☀️
+80°F
12 August
☀️
+79°F
13 August
☁️
+79°F
14 August
☀️
+78°F
15 August
☀️
+79°F
16 August
☀️
+81°F
17 August
🌧️
+80°F
18 August
🌧️
+78°F
19 August
☀️
+81°F
20 August
☁️
+82°F
21 August
☁️
+82°F
22 August
🌧️
+80°F
23 August
☀️
+81°F
24 August
☀️
+80°F
25 August
🌧️
+83°F
26 August
🌧️
+81°F
27 August
☁️
+80°F
28 August
☁️
+81°F
29 August
☁️
+81°F
30 August
☁️
+81°F
31 August
☀️
+81°F
In August 2023 Abidjan had 9 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 90%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 84%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Abidjan climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Abidjan in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+82°F) and the highest in 2023 (+85°F). The driest year was 2004 with only 924 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 2423 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abidjan in August:

Is August a good time to visit Abidjan?

It’s always a good time to visit Abidjan, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Abidjan in August?

August is warm in Abidjan. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Abidjan in August?

Yes, you can swim in Abidjan in August, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Abidjan rainy in August?

Abidjan is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Abidjan in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Abidjan in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Abidjan

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Abidjan, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.